List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Consult with clients. | 1.1.Discuss client needs and expectations of desired wig or hairpiece style using visual aids to assist. 1.2.Evaluate client facial features and bone structure for suitable complementary wig and hairpiece styles, considering the interplay of the elements and principles of hair design. 1.3.Discuss human hair types, synthetic hair and their suitability to meet client needs. 1.4.Explain, to client, cost, application technique, maintenance requirements, features and benefits of different wigs and hairpieces. 1.5.Determine the best wig or hairpiece design and obtain client agreement to proceed with recommendations. 1.6.Take key client measurements to produce wig or hairpiece. |
2. Select and prepare hair for use in wig or hairpiece. | 2.1.Select hair to achieve colour, wave or curl match to client’s own hair where possible and according to client requirements. 2.2.Use hack safely according to organisational procedures. 2.3.Use root-turning procedure root to root and end to end, according to natural hair growth pattern. 2.4.Select and mix various hair types, according to client’s required texture, colour and curl. |
3. Make wigs and hairpieces. | 3.1.Select and prepare wig and hairpiece making equipment according to planned design and techniques to be used. 3.2.Transfer key client measurements for base of wig accurately to block. 3.3.Select suitable materials for wig or hairpiece base and other wig areas to suit end product. 3.4.Determine procedure for securing hair on base, according to design requirements. 3.5.Select and use wefting or ventilating techniques, as required, to make wig or hairpiece, according to planned design. 3.6.Use tools and equipment safely, and dispose of waste hair and other materials, according to organisational procedures. |
4. Fit and adjust wigs and hairpieces. | 4.1.Fit finished wig or hairpiece on client to ensure a firm but comfortable fit. 4.2.Review outcomes against client design expectations and confirm client comfort and satisfaction with result. 4.3.Adjust finished wig or hairpiece in response to any client concerns and own post service analysis of appearance. 4.4.Advise on wig or hairpiece maintenance and recommend home care products. |
Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:
consult with at least four clients and complete an analysis covering the following characteristics to design and recommend appropriate finished wigs and hairpieces:
facial features and bone structure
where hair is present:
natural hair type
hair texture
growth patterns
movement
length and structure of haircut
where hair loss and scarring is a significant concern:
scalp condition and comfort requirements
where wigs and hairpieces will be used for photographic, event, theatrical, film or television productions:
period requirements
theme or special requirements
for two of the above clients, produce full head wigs that achieve the planned designs using at least two of the following fibres:
human hair
synthetic fibre
animal hair
for two of the above clients, produce hairpieces chosen from the following types and achieve the planned designs:
toupees
long or short frangia
one, two and three stem switch
button
postiche
wiglet
use wefting techniques and at least two of the following ventilating techniques cumulatively across the suite of wigs and hairpieces produced:
single
double
triple
English.
Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:
key characteristics and interrelationships of the elements and principles of hair design and use in designing and producing wigs and hairpieces to suit client characteristics;
elements of hair design:
line
shape
direction
size
texture
colour
principles of hair design:
balance
gradation
repetition
contrast
harmony
dominance
unity
different facial shapes and hair designs which best complement
key design and structural features of different types of wigs and hairpieces:
full head wigs
toupees
long or short frangia
one, two or three stem switch
button
postiche
wiglet
appropriate methods to fit and secure wigs and hair pieces to avoid pressure alopecia
characteristics of the following hair fibres used in wigs and hairpieces, suitable bases and techniques used to construct each:
human hair:
European
Asian
Euro-Asian
African
synthetic fibre
animal hair
techniques used in wig and hairpiece making and how these would be chosen:
mixing various hair types
ventilating techniques:
single
double
triple
English
wefting
key considerations for choosing specific wig and hairpiece fibres, bases, stitches and knots:
client preferences
theme, special or period requirements for photographic, event, theatrical, film or television use
characteristics of client’s natural hair
client scalp comfort, especially where hair loss and scarring is a significant concern
key features of different types of tools, head blocks and attachments, and suitability for use in producing different types of wigs and hairpieces
key client measurements required to produce wigs and hairpieces
maintenance requirements for wigs and hairpieces with different types of stitching, knotting and fibres
industry practices and organisational procedures for:
work health and safety for making wigs and hairpieces, with particular emphasis on using correct techniques to hold, grip and manipulate tools to avoid fatigue and injury
environmentally sound disposal methods for wig making waste.
Skills must be demonstrated in a wig making environment, which may or may not be a hairdressing salon; this can be:
an industry workplace or
a simulated workplace, set up for the purpose of skills assessment, that provides services to paying members of the public.
Assessment must ensure use of:
paying clients, with different wig or hairpiece making requirements; these can be:
clients in an industry workplace or
clients in a simulated industry workplace within a training organisation who have the expectation that the services provided reflect those of a commercial business
activities that require the individual to work with commercial speed, timing and productivity to complete the production of wigs and hairpieces within designated timeframes that reflect accepted industry practice
a client consultation area with:
client chairs
mirrors
sample wigs and hairpieces
measuring equipment
wig blocks and tools to attach wigs and hairpieces
wig making tools:
wefting frame
crochet hooks
haircutting tools for finalised wig or hairpiece
a range of materials for wig or hairpiece base which can be:
galloon
tulle
net (caul)
springs
weft
a supply of hair fibres of different types to include:
human hair
synthetic fibre
animal hair
organisational procedures for:
client comfort and safety
work health and safety for making wigs
waste disposal.
Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisation’s requirements for assessors; and
hold a Certificate IV qualification in Hairdressing, or be able to demonstrate equivalence of competencies; and
have at least three years full time employment experience as a wig maker where they have applied the skills and knowledge covered in this unit of competency; this cannot include any indentured traineeship or apprenticeship period.